Turmeric Oil (Kunyit)
Minyak Kunyit — Curcuma longa
Turmeric oil from Indonesian rhizomes is gaining significant demand driven by the natural skincare and nutraceutical industries. Indonesia is one of the world's largest turmeric producers, and the essential oil offers a concentrated form of turmeric's bioactive aromatic compounds without the yellow pigmentation of curcumin. The ar-turmerone content is of particular interest to pharmaceutical researchers.
Origin:Java, Sumatra, Sulawesi
Aroma:Warm, earthy-spicy, slightly medicinal with characteristic turmeric pungency. Woody-gingery body with a hint of citrus and pepper. Distinctive and unmistakable.
Form:Yellow to orange-yellow, mobile liquid
Applications
Natural CosmeticsPharmaceuticalFood FlavoringAromatherapyTraditional Jamu
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Indonesian Name | Minyak Kunyit |
| Botanical Name | Curcuma longa |
| Plant Part | Rhizome |
| Origin | Java, Sumatra, Sulawesi |
| ar-Turmerone | 45–55% |
| α-Turmerone | 15–25% |
| Zingiberene | 5–10% |
| Specific Gravity | 0.926–0.941 |
| Refractive Index | 1.508–1.520 |
| Documentation | GC-MS, COA, MSDS per batch |
| MOQ | 10 kg |
| Packaging | 10 kg, 25 kg can |
| Lead Time | 7–14 days FOB Jakarta/Surabaya |